Jagbags

26/07/2024

We talk the new Nicolas Cage bonkers vehicle "Longlegs", plus Len hits a Cubs game and gets heckled, the Guardians hit a rough patch, and the Sox are squarely on track for their worst season in team history. The Chicago Sky head into the Olympics break on a high note. Len reviews the second Audioslave album, two New Yorker articles, the movie "Nacho Libre", and every top 40 hit released by Average White Band. (HINT: there are several!) Plus Len counts down five of his favorite 500 albums of all time, and Beave reviews the new Yung Lean album. JAG! BAGS!

In the latest recap episode, Len and Beave talk MLB and its start-up post All-Star Break. Len wears his Kyle Hendricks jersey to the Cubs game and gets heckled by a complete stranger. They also talk about the Angel Reese effect on Chennedy Carter, Chicago's terrific win over the Las Vegas Aces, and....

26/07/2024

Matt Engle and Jill Oliver love their Jagbags shirts! Need to catch up on Jagbags? Give their episode (one of our most popular ones ever) a listen! They try to convince me to read and watch the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy (episode 99).

19/07/2024

We talk the brilliant run of the groundbreaking show SCTV, and discuss our favorite sketches and characters? Which SCTV alum is your favorite, and which performer has gone on to have the best career? What is your first memory of this show, and do you prefer it to contemporaries SNL or Monty Python? JOIN US for a discussion of comic greatness!

Len and Beave talk the legendary run of SCTV, which launched the careers of comic luminaries such as John Candy, Rick Moranis, Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Martin Short, and a host of others. Which sketches were your favorite? Why does the comedy endure today? Which SCTV alum has had the most succ...

19/07/2024

Morgan Eliza loves her Jagbags shirt! Need to catch up on Jagbags? You can start by listening to JagCore member Morgan’s 6 episodes:
Episode 203 War Movies
Episode 227 Planet of the Apes with Scott OKen
Episode 241 Tim Burton
Episode 249 Steven Spielberg
Episode 285 Christopher Nolan
Episode 313 James Cameron

14/07/2024

As we head into the All-Star Break, the Guardians Fever that Beave has been fighting finally takes hold. Plus we predict season-ending records for CLE, Cubs and the White Sox. Beave reviews "Sh**un" and "Baby Reindeer". Len fills everyone in on the results of this year's Lob Game. We talk whether the Bulls' off-season moves has improved the team, and Len has more advice for Chicago Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon. Plus Beave's Album Review and Len's Favorite 500 Albums! JAGBAGS!

Beave shows up for this recap podcast dressed EXACTLY like Steven Kwan, and along with Len he predicts the Guardians', Cubs' and Sox's season ending records. Len talks the improving Chicago Sky and their up-and-down offense. They also discuss whether the Bulls' off-season moves has made them a bette...

12/07/2024

Sully loves her Jagbags shirt! Need to catch up on Jagbags? You can hear Sully talk about Weird Al Yankovic on episode 287 from March 19 of this year!

10/07/2024

Chicago has some serious table-busting jams, including some you probably didn't know about. We take a look at the band's extensive discography, particularly their prolific 70s input and flawless greatest hits LP (Chicago IX). We also mock solo Cetera. !!!

Len and Beave discuss the newest Facebook bracket, featuring the music of Chicago! Did you know that only the Beach Boys are the only American band that have sold more records than Chicago? We talk their incredible success, what songs we hope will win the bracket, and Beave tries to guess the #1 see...

08/07/2024

Need to catch up on Jagbags? Give our Bob Seger episode a listen from Dec 14, 2022 (episode 164) as Colin Milroy and Chris Marcum join us to discuss the pros and cons of Bob Seger.

07/07/2024

Who knew that Len was such a fan of the New Yorker? Plus reviews of "unknown" Billboard Top 40 hits, the Guardians have the best record in the American League, and a FULL Chicago Sky update. Make it on a Sunday!

Len and Beave's recap episode is a complete overview of the Chicago Sky and their current position in the WNBA standings. We dissect much of the roster, and where the team currently stands as they seek to make a playoff push. Plus the Guardians have the best record in the American League, Beave revi...

02/07/2024

Our friend Timothy C. Amos talks all about auto racing in great detail -- specifically, his recent visit to the Indy 500 for the very first time in his life! Tune in to hear his account of the race, what makes it special, and how it compared to last year's NASCAR race in downtown Chicago. JAGBAGS!!!!

Friend of the podcast Tim Amos rejoins Jagbags to tell about his visit to the famed Brickyard for the running of the Indianapolis 500, considered the "greatest spectacle in racing". Tim talks all about what he saw at the race, from the crowds, the smells, the EDM concert in the middle of the infield...

29/06/2024

Season Four of "The Boys" is in full swing on and Len and Beave have you covered with their CORRECT takes on the show. Plus all the sports and album reviews you can handle! !!

Both Len AND Beave picked season four of "The Boys" for the "I Recommend" section, so you know this recap episode is going to be white hot! Plus the Chicago Sky beat Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, the Guardians claim the best record in the American League, the White Sox remain on track for its...

28/06/2024

Chris Marcum loves his Jagbags shirt! Tune in as one of our favorite guests joins us for podcasts on the Grateful Dead (September 2021) and Elvis Presley (April 2022).

26/06/2024

The outstanding Morgan Eliza returns to and this time we're talking James Cameron movies. We theorize on why his movies made more money than several countries' current GDP, share the stories that led to his "scariest man in Hollywood" reputation, and delve into whether his films were in fact Good. It's a super interesting (and fittingly long) discussion. Tune in, and share your favorite James Cameron movies, plus any other thoughts on him or his movies!

Friend of the podcast Morgan Gire returns triumphantly to talk James Cameron movies on the latest episode of Jagbags! We talk the Terminator movies, the Avatar movies, and spend a LOT of time on "The Abyss". We also talk a good deal of "Aliens", and of course "Titanic". We discuss why Cameron's movi...

23/06/2024

Hear Len and I argue Angel Reese on the new ! Plus Len talks Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros, plus the Libertines, Beave reviews "Remembering Gene Wilder" on Netflix, plus Cubs, Steven Kwan chases .400, and the Celtics win it all. JAGBAGS!

The NBA season has officially ended and the Boston Celtics are the new NBA champions. We talk through Boston's easy Finals victory, and whether Jaylen Brown should have won Finals MVP. We also talk the Cubs' struggles, and Beave continues to celebrate Steven Kwan while fretting over the Guardians' p...

21/06/2024

Colin Milroy loves his Jagbags shirt that Len’s cat was resting on. Need to catch up on Jagbags? Listen to Colin talk about Stephen King way back on episode 46!

20/06/2024

The incomparable friend of the podcast Amy Seeley comes back to , and this time the subject is the legendary Akron outfit known as ! This is an episode you won't want to miss. We talk through nearly every aspect of this enormously influential band, and in particular why they seem to be cooler, more popular, and more timeless than ever before. It's ninety minutes of nothing but energy domes, spuds and devolution!! Tune in and learn how it's a beautiful world -- for you.

The great Amy Seeley comes back to Jagbags to talk the music of the legendary Akron-based band Devo. We go through their discography, discuss their enduring influence, what made them more than just a rock band, and offer reasons why they may now be even more popular than ever. Hear about Amy's Mark....

12/06/2024

On the day of Jerry West's passing, and with the NBA Finals in full swing, we talk the most influential players in NBA history on the new . Not necessarily the best players, but those who changed the game the most (both on and off the court). Tune in for an extremely interesting discussion.

With the NBA Finals in full swing, and on the day of Jerry West's passing, we talk the ten most influential players in NBA history. Not necessarily the best of all time, but the most influential -- the ones who had the greatest impact on and off the basketball court. Len picks Shaquille O'Neal, and....

06/06/2024

VOTE IN THE DUSTIN HOFFMAN BRACKET! And then check out this excellent discussion of Dustin Hoffman movies.

Beave and Len discuss the latest Facebook bracket featuring the movies of Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman. Which movies are his best, and which have not aged well? Which movie contains his very best performance? What movie is criminally underrated? (Answer: Straw Dogs or Finding Neverland) We also talk....

01/06/2024

We talk great rock jam compilations, the red-hot play of the Cleveland Guardians, the Celtics/Mavericks NBA Finals, the promising Chicago Sky, the new acid-drenched Lemon Twigs album, and Len's Favorite 500 Albums!! JAGBAGS!

In the newest recap episode, Len introduces the world to the JAMS of "Jon Savage's 1969-71 Rock Dreams on 45". Beave and Len talk through the week that was in the NBA playoffs, where the Finals are all but assured between Boston and Dallas. Beave eats crow for his past Luka Doncic taunts. Beave cons...

28/05/2024

We talk solo Paul Simon, plus Simon & Garfunkel on the newest . We also delve into the seminal 1980 film "Bad Timing", starring Garfunkel, Teresa Russell, Harvey Keitel, and Porkins from "Star Wars"! TUNE IN NOW!

In the latest episode of Jagbags, Len and Beave try to discuss the music of Paul Simon (and his music for Simon & Garfunkel), but instead wind up devoting at least a quarter of the episode to the 1980 Art Garfunkel stone classic film "Bad Timing". Tune in for 45-minute playlists, discussions of our....

26/05/2024

RECAP EPISODE FEVER: Guardians in first! Sky off to a great start! S***a! NBA Conference Finals! Len tells you about Akon and Beave reviews the new Paul Simon documentary. Len recommends the new John Krasinski movie "If". Plus album reviews! JAGBAGS!

It's the recap episode! (Featuring special guest: Akon) We talk the continued hot start of the Cleveland Guardians, and the glorious results of the May 18 home game against the Minnesota Twins. The Cubs remain in playoff contention, but need more hitting to back up their incredible rotation. The Whi...

24/05/2024

The A.V. Club just came out with its list of Top 30 Springsteen songs, and we TEAR IT TO SHREDS on the latest . Where should "Born In The USA" be ranked all time? Tell us!

Len and Beave talk through their respective lists of Bruce Springsteen's 30 best songs. They argue over placements (or inclusion) of songs like "I'm Goin' Down", "Born In The USA", "Trapped", "Streets of Philadelphia", "Backstreets", and "Rosalita". Does "Born To Run" automatically go to the top spo...

18/05/2024

Tune in for an ULTIMATE APRIL WINE DISCUSSION on the latest ! Plus the WNBA season preview, Beave reviews the Devo show at the Riv, NBA playoffs and where the Cavaliers go from here, S***a Fever, and the Sox take three of four from the Guardians to Beave's disbelief and disgust. Tune in posthaste!

Hear Beave and Len's expertise and propensity for butchering names during the upcoming 2024 WNBA season preview. Len calls for new leadership in the commissioner's office! Beave reviews the new movie "Unfrosted", on Netflix. Len explores the jams of April Wine. Beave bemoans the Cavs' injuries and i...

16/05/2024

Earth, Wind & Fire was one of the most successful music groups of their time and remain incredibly popular today. We go through their musical discography on the latest . What songs would make your 45-minute playlist? Is their music Great, or just Pretty Good? We also do some Pickits where we compare EWF to their contemporaries of the era. Tune in and sing a song! It'll make you glad!

Beave and Len take you back to the 70s and 80s with an in-depth discussion of the music of Maurice White, Philip Bailey and the musical geniuses that are Earth, Wind & Fire. The guys discuss the band's biggest hits, go through their own EWF 45-minute playlist, and talk Philip Bailey's recent book "S...

11/05/2024

We talk SPORTS on the latest recap episode! NBA playoffs, MLB and Len has a message for the WNBA. Plus "I Recommend", Len's Favorite 500, and Beave urges you to check out the music of the Pillow Queens -- the next great Irish band!

Len and Beave are back with another recap episode for your entertainment! We talk the NBA playoffs, and the young Cavs' continuing playoff ascension. We also talk second round matchups. MLB is in full swing, and we talk Cubs and Guardians injuries, plus the improving White Sox. Len has a message for...

08/05/2024

Please listen to this HISTORIC EPISODE of Jagbags, where Beave successfully guesses every top seed of Len's game show bracket! A BRACKET FIRST!!! (Please, no applause or gifts) They go through their very favorite game shows, game show hosts, and talk through their hopes and expectations for the bracket. From Jack Barry to Chuck Barris, from Groucho Marx to Steve Harvey and everywhere in between! COME ON DOWN!

BEAVE GUESSES ALL OF LEN'S NUMBER ONE FACEBOOK BRACKET SEEDS!! He is still gloating and covered in confetti. We talk all of our favorite game shows on the newest episode of Jagbags. We talk Match Game, Price is Right, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, and Hollywood Squares, among many many more. We rat...

03/05/2024

We're talking sports on the newest ! MLB: Sox are horrific, Cubs and Guardians are fighting for first. NBA Playoffs: Can the Cavs advance to the second round? Beave reviews the new Roland Lazenby bio on Magic Johnson. Len reviews the documentary "Immediate Family" and shares five selections from his Favorite 500 Albums of all time. And Beave reviews new LPs by Taylor Swift and goddam BLUE OYSTER CULT! Tune in for discussion of jams and more!

The guys are back after a week-long hiatus with an outstanding recap episode made just for you! We chat through the NBA playoffs, and what the Cleveland Cavaliers must do to advance to the second round and a date with the evil Boston Celtics. We also talk the first month of the MLB season, and chat....

23/04/2024

We're talking movies on the newest ! Which movies were his very best? What movie contains his greatest performance? Is Ford in fact a good actor? Where does he rank on the all-time Actor Pantheon? We also talk the great Al Waxman and Len forgets he did an entire podcast on Brad Pitt (Brad has sent several aggrieved faxes to Mike Beyer). Tune in!

He created two of the most iconic movie characters of the past 50 years. His name is synonymous with Hollywood royalty. On the latest Jagbags, we discuss the entire career of the legendary Harrison Ford. We talk movies like "Blade Runner", "Witness", "Presumed Innocent", and "The Fugitive", among ma...

22/04/2024

Exciting WNBA draft for the Chicago Sky! We have you covered on the new with EXPERT post-draft assessment.

Plus MLB: The Guardians roar out of the gate. The Sox are historically terrible. And the Cubs fight with the Brewers for the division's top spot.

NBA Playoffs: The Bulls exit the play-in. It's the playoff moment of truth for the young Cavaliers.

I RECOMMEND: Two Roberto Rossellini movies are added to our Best War Movies Ever Made. Rex Chapman's new book "It's Hard For Me to Live With Me" gets a review. The Black Keys have a new album, "Ohio Players", and we review for you.

And Len ends it with his Favorite 500 Albums!! JAGBAGS!

Jagbags is a new podcast featuring Len Foote and Mike Beyer. Every week, Len & Mike discuss a new topic based in music, sports, or overall pop culture.

16/04/2024

Believe it or not, there was a time when Tears for Fears did in fact rule the world. Wonderful guest Marlana May Carlson joins us to go through their discography, make some HARD PICKIT CHOICES, and play the New Wave jams!

Friend of the podcast Marlana May Carlson joins the podcast for a SPIRITED look at the multi-platinum Brit New Wave band Tears for Fears. We talk the band's outstanding first LP "The Hurting", their smash follow-up "Songs From The Big Chair", "Seeds of Love", and every album that followed. We also d...